Right side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Security cable slot

Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

 

 

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

 

 

deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being

 

 

mishandled or stolen.

 

 

 

(2)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo

 

 

array microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(3)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

 

 

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.

 

 

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

 

 

the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a

 

 

headset. For additional safety information, see the

 

 

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone jack,

 

 

the computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(4)

USB 2.0 charging port

Connects an optional USB device. The USB 2.0 charging

 

 

port can also charge select models of cell phones and MP3

 

 

players, even when the computer is off.

 

 

NOTE: A charging USB port (also referred to as a

 

 

powered USB port) allows you to charge connected USB

 

 

devices. Standard USB ports will not charge all USB

 

 

devices or will charge using a low current. Some USB

 

 

devices require power and require you to use a powered

 

 

port.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see

 

 

the User Guide.

 

 

 

(5)

AC adapter light

White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

 

 

charged.

 

 

Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery

 

 

is charging.

 

 

Off: The computer is using DC power.

 

 

 

(6)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

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